How far is West Glendive, MT from Billings, MT?
The driving distance from West Glendive, MT to Billings, MT is about 219.3 miles (352.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.7 miles (323 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 18m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Rosebud county seat and river town near Yellowstone River
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Glendive and Billings.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Glendive and Billings.
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Start on the route
212.3 mi · 3 hr 31 min
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90 Business, US 87 North: Lockwood, Roundup
1389 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 87 East
1.2 mi · 1 min · US Highway 87 East
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Avenue North
1.2 mi · 3 min · 1st Avenue North
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Turn left onto North 25th Street
114 m · 16 sec · North 25th Street
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Turn left onto Montana Avenue
51 m · 6 sec · Montana Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Montana Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Glendive and Billings.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Start on the route
212 mi · 03h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Glendive and Partly Sunny near Billings.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Glendive to Billings?
The road trip is about 219.3 miles (352.9 km) and usually takes 03h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Forsyth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.7 miles from West Glendive and 110.5 miles from Billings.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.7 miles (323 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:24 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.13 one way or $60.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Glendive and Partly Sunny near Billings.
Stop Ideas Near Forsyth
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Miles City, MT
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Glendive and Billings. Straight-line distance: 200.72 mi (323.03 km).
#1 West Glendive
Census designated place
| Population | 1,948 |
| Coordinates | 47.1108500, -104.7496800 |
| Altitude | 646 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Billings
The most populous city in Montana.
| Population | 117,445 |
| Coordinates | 45.7832900, -108.5006900 |
| Altitude | 952 |
| Country | United States |
End: Montana Avenue (-108.500696, 45.783296)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 353 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $30.13 | $60.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $32.75 | $65.50 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $35.21 | $70.42 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $41.89 | $83.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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